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Shusaku Endo's New York Times bestselling classic novel of enduring faith in dangerous times, now a major motion picture directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Andrew Garfield, Liam Neeson, and Adam Driver.'Silence I regard as a masterpiece, a lucid and elegant drama.'The New York Review of BooksSeventeenthcentury Japan: Two Portuguese Jesuit priests travel to a country hostile to their religion, where feudal lords force the faithful to publicly renounce their beliefs. Eventually captured and forced to watch their Japanese Christian brothers lay down their lives for their faith, the priests bear witness to unimaginable cruelties that test their own beliefs. Shusaku Endo is one of the most celebrated and wellknown Japanese fiction writers of the twentieth century, and Silence is widely considered to be his great masterpiece.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Silence: A Novel'? A: 'Silence: A Novel' explores the theme of faith and the struggle of belief in the face of persecution. It tells the story of two Jesuit priests in 17th-century Japan, highlighting the challenges faced by Christians in a hostile environment.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Silence: A Novel'? A: The author of 'Silence: A Novel' is Shusaku Endo, a renowned Japanese fiction writer known for his profound and thought-provoking narratives.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Silence: A Novel' has a total of 256 pages, providing a concise yet impactful reading experience.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'Silence: A Novel' is available in paperback binding, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Silence: A Novel' published? A: 'Silence: A Novel' was published on January 10, 2017.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in historical fiction? A: 'Silence: A Novel' is categorized as historical fiction, making it suitable for readers who enjoy narratives set in historical contexts.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of the plot? A: 'Silence: A Novel' follows two Portuguese Jesuit priests who travel to Japan during a time when Christianity is outlawed. They witness the suffering of Japanese Christians and must confront their own beliefs amidst the turmoil.
- Q: What recognition has 'Silence: A Novel' received? A: 'Silence: A Novel' is a New York Times bestselling book and is widely regarded as a masterpiece in Japanese literature, receiving acclaim for its depth and insight.
- Q: Is there a film adaptation of 'Silence: A Novel'? A: Yes, 'Silence: A Novel' has been adapted into a major motion picture directed by Martin Scorsese, featuring actors such as Andrew Garfield, Liam Neeson, and Adam Driver.
- Q: What makes 'Silence: A Novel' significant in literature? A: 'Silence: A Novel' is significant for its exploration of faith, doubt, and identity, as well as its portrayal of the historical challenges faced by Christians in Japan, making it a profound literary work.